North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System, Inc.
Lenox Hill Hospital
100 East 77th Street, New York, NY 10075
MICHAEL DOWLING
President and CEO,
North Shore-LIJ
Health System
DENNIS CONNORS
Executive Director,
Lenox Hill Hospital
RICHARD BRAUNSTEIN
Executive Director,
Manhattan Eye, Ear
and Throat Hospital
TERRY LYNAM
VP, Public Relations,
North Shore-LIJ
Health System
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Winter Days
MOOD CHANG E S CAUS E D by
seasonal disorders affect an estimated
10 percent to 20 percent of Americans.
In the United States, the disorders are
most common in northern climates,
where days are shorter and sunlight is
less abundant.
After the excitement of the
holidays and the stress of
returning to a routine, the short
days of January and February
can take a toll on your mood.
SAD Symptoms
When seasonal disorders go beyond mild gloominess and represent a
pattern of recurring episodes, a form of depression known as seasonal
affective disorder (SAD) may be to blame. A SAD diagnosis typically
results when patients experience the following symptoms for at least
two winters:
• Irritability
• Low energy levels
• Reduced ability to
concentrate
• Sleep schedule changes and
oversleeping
• Social avoidance
• Weight gain
Preventing SAD
To avoid SAD, try the following tactics:
• Maintain a regular sleep schedule.
• Soak up some sunlight every day.
• Go without sunglasses when possible, as the amount
of light your eyes absorb can affect your mood.
• Eat a fresh, balanced diet.
• Use full-spectrum light bulbs.
• Ask your doctor about a vitamin D
3
supplement.
If your symptoms of seasonal depression persist, the professionals at
North Shore-LIJ can help. Visit find-a-doctor.northshorelij.com to find a
physician.
